SAFEER ULLAH-Adaptive Leadership-Best Researcher Award
Quaid-e-Azam College of Engineering and Technology-Pakistan
Author ProfileĀ
Early Academic Pursuits
Dr. Safeer Ullah embarked on his academic journey with a keen interest in Electrical Engineering. His academic achievements include a Bachelor's degree in Electronics Engineering from the International Islamic University, Islamabad, a Master's degree in Zoology (specializing in medical microbiology) from St Albert's College, Ernakulam, and a Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering from COMSATS University, Islamabad. His research during his Ph.D. focused on robust control, advanced sliding mode strategies, unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), and renewable energy control design.
Professional Endeavors
Dr. Safeer Ullah has contributed significantly to academia and industry, showcasing his expertise in robotics and control. He has worked as a Research Associate at COMSATS University, Islamabad, and later served as an Assistant Professor at Quaid-e-Azam College of Engineering and Technology-Sahiwal. His responsibilities included heading the department, conducting advanced research in UAVs, delivering lectures, and mentoring students in their research projects.
Additionally, he worked as a Junior Transmission Engineer at Pakhtunkhwa Radio, where he ensured the smooth operation of radio transmission equipment. Dr. Ullah also served as a Lecturer at Government College of Technology-Bannu, where he headed the Department of Electrical/Computer Hardware, lectured on engineering subjects, and actively participated in professional development programs.
Moreover, he worked as an Assistant Monitoring Officer at Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Education Monitoring Authority-Bannu. In this role, he played a vital role in monitoring and evaluating various educational initiatives, collected comprehensive data through technology-based methods, and conducted training sessions to enhance the capacity of school staff.
Contributions and Research Focus
Dr. Safeer Ullah's research interests encompass Robotics & Control, SMC Design, Neural Networks, UAV Drones, and Power System & Control. His research contributions include publications in esteemed journals, covering topics such as neuro-adaptive control, sliding mode control, and renewable energy systems. His research findings have been presented at conferences, seminars, and workshops, contributing to the dissemination of knowledge in the academic community.
Accolades and Recognition
Dr. Ullah has received several awards and scholarships, including the HEC Indigenous Ph.D. Fellowship, National ICT R&D Fund Scholarship, and the FATA Student Scholarship Award. He secured the 3rd position in a robotic competition at NASCON, FAST University Islamabad.
Impact and Influence
Through his academic achievements, research contributions, and teaching endeavors, Dr. Safeer Ullah has made a significant impact on the fields of Electrical Engineering and Robotics. His work has influenced students, researchers, and professionals in the realm of control systems, UAVs, and renewable energy.
Legacy and Future Contributions
Dr. Ullah's legacy lies in his commitment to advancing knowledge in the field of Electrical Engineering. His future contributions are anticipated to further enrich academia, especially in the areas of robotics, control systems, and renewable energy. As a dedicated educator, researcher, and mentor, Dr. Safeer Ullah continues to inspire the next generation of engineers and researchers.
Notable Publications
- Robust Integral Sliding Mode Control Design for Stability Enhancement of Under-actuated Quadcopter
- Neuro-adaptive fast integral terminal sliding mode control design with variable gain robust exact differentiator for under-actuated quadcopter UAV
- Maximum power extraction from a standalone photo voltaic system via neuro-adaptive arbitrary order sliding mode control strategy with high gain differentiation
- Robust Backstepping Sliding Mode Control Design for a Class of Underactuated Electro-Mechanical Nonlinear Systems
- Integral backstepping based robust integral sliding mode control of underactuated nonlinear electromechanical systems